Hi my name is Michelle Collins. I am a teacher here at Farm Friends and have been here for nearly seven years. I have always been around young children growing up and have had experience working with children in variety of activities outside the early childhood setting. I have been in early childhood for nine years now and throughout this time I have gained a Nanny Certificate, Diploma in Teaching (ECE) and a Bachelor of Teaching (ECE). I am currently working towards a Post-Grad in Leadership and Management (ECE) part time. I enjoy working with children, seeing the learning and development that takes place and the uniqueness each child brings. Fully registered Teacher. First Aid Certificate.

Hi my name is Janet Walden. I have twin eighteen year old boys. I have been in early childhood for eight years, the last four and a half as a Teacher at Farm Friends. I completed my Diploma of Teaching (ECE), Bachelor in Teaching (ECE) and I am currently working towards a Small Business and Management Certificate. Provisionally registered Teacher. First Aid Certificate.

Hi my name is Micaela Arnold. I have been at Farm Friends for four years. I have been studying at Unitec working towards a Bachelor of Teaching (ECE) and in my final year. First Aid Certificate.

Hi my name is Lynne. I have two grown up children and through them I was involved in athletics, soccer, gymnastics and softball. I have lived out at Bethells for 25 years. I came to Farm Friends in March 2007 for a practicum towards my Diploma of Teaching. I felt welcomed and a part of the teaching team, even though I was a student visiting. I am now a permanent teacher at Farm Friends, now in my third year and final year of my Diploma. I am thoroughly enjoying the relationships I am building with the families and children.

Hi my name is Lisa. I joined the team at Farm Friends last year, working part-time. I live locally with my husband Ian and five children aged between 23yrs and 9yrs, and our many pets. I have always been passionate about children and education, and have thoroughly enjoyed being part of the Farm Friends family since my daughter started here in 2002. I am in my first year studying for my Bachelor of Teaching (ECE).

Hi my name is Fiona. I am a mother of two teenage children and worked with/for Farm Friends for eleven years. I began working here as a reliever teacher, then became the centre cook for the past six years. I have the opportunity to interact with the children through cooking, baking and providing healthy food choices, which I thoroughly enjoy.